Are objects at a distance or close by appearing blurry? If so, it's definitely time for an eye exam! Visit our website to schedule yours today.
Thousands of sports-related eye injuries occur every year. Here’s a few tips on how to avoid them: Wear the correct eye protection and make sure they're polycarbonate lenses, they’re 10x more resistant to impact than other lenses. Wear additional protective eyewear, if you wear contact lenses or glasses. Wear eye protection if you've had any previous eye injuries or surgeries. Regularly inspect protective eyewear for any damages. Lastly, contact us to determine which protective eyewear is best for your needs!
Our hands touch a variety of surfaces throughout the day—counters, doorknobs, our phones, etc. So remember to wash your hands before touching your face or eyes to prevent spreading any germs into your body!
Water on contact lenses is a big no-no! Water contains microorganisms that could cause an eye infection, even if the water is clean.
Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸 Get ready to BBQ, grab some great sales, hit up the beach or pool, and enjoy the time off. How will you celebrate this #laborday?
Finding ways to alleviate stress is so important for your health, including your vision! Symptoms like blurry vision, eye twitching, watery or dry eyes, and headaches can be reduced significantly by finding tension relieving strategies, meditation anyone?
For those working and schooling from home, screen time has now doubled! Here are some tips to help minimize the damaging effects of too much screen time:
Billions of people around the world experience vision problems because they don’t have access to the proper eyecare & glasses. Most of these vision impairments could have been avoided had they been diagnosed & treated early on by an eye doctor. When was the last time you had an eye exam? Make sure to get annual eye exams and encourage your family, friends, and colleagues to do so as well! #HopeInSight
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Try these simple tips to keep your glasses fog-free!
- Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose.
- Place a folded tissue under your mask, right at the bridge of your nose, to absorb the moisture.
- Ask us about anti-fog sprays and wipes!
October is Eye Injury Prevention Month! Each year, thousands are affected by eye injuries, the majority of which could have been prevented by wearing proper protective eyewear & taking simple precautions. Believe it or not, half of eye injuries occur in our very homes!
Why is it so important for diabetics to get a yearly eye exam? Not only does diabetes affect your body but it can also seriously damage your vision, potentially leading to vision loss. With the proper care, like getting a yearly dilated eye exam & maintaining a healthy diet, you can help keep your eyes healthy! Contact us to schedule your yearly dilated eye exam.
REMINDER! Tomorrow, Daylight Savings ends...
Now that face masks are part of our everyday wardrobe, you may notice your eyes getting a little dryer than usual. Here are some tips to keep that from happening:
- Wear a mask that fits snugly around your nose. This will ensure the moisture exits through the side of your mask and not above it.
- Try to blink more frequently.
- Ask us about lubricating eye drops.
Eye injuries are more likely to happen at home than anywhere else. Home cleaning, yard work, or even just playing with the kids puts you at risk for an eye injury. Make sure to wear the proper protective eyewear when handling chemicals, flying debris, and dust particles.
Oconomowoc Vision Clinic - on MOZ
1674 Old School House Rd Suite 101
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
262-567-2295
https://www.oconomowocvisionclinic.com
Watertown Vision - on MOZ
1640 S Church St, Ste 100
Watertown, WI 53094
920-390-2971
https://www.oconomowocvisionclinic.com/
Pewaukee Vision - on MOZ
2315 Silvernail Rd
Pewaukee, WI 53072
262-521-9383
https://www.oconomowocvisionclinic.com
Winter weather can lead to eye irritation & cracked skin around the eyes. Don’t let winter get in the way of your comfort. Schedule an appointment today!
New year, new perspective! Go ahead and get a new perspective with healthy eyes and don't forget to schedule your eye exam.
Winter weather often leads to dry eye symptoms such as irritation, burning, itchy and even excessively watery eyes. Treat your winter dry eyes today!
In 1824, 15-year-old Louis Braille created a reading and writing system for the blind and visually impaired, known as braille, in which raised dots represent the letters of the alphabet. His creation has played a major role in enabling the blind to experience more independence. Each year, on his birthday, we celebrate him and his life-changing invention.
Oconomowoc Vision family, please take a minute to vote for our own Dr. Bjork. Thank you!
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